FIRE FIGHTER PARAMEDIC

Sycuan•El Cajon, CA

About The Position

The Firefighter Paramedic serves the Sycuan community by suppressing fires, preserving life and property during disasters, and providing medical care to sick and injured people. The position participates in fire company operations and supports the safety of guests, residents, and the community.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
State of California Paramedic license in good standing.
Successful completion of the standard internal firefighter written test.
San Diego County Paramedic accreditation in good standing.
In-house Physical Abilities Test, CPAT, or Biddle Certificate.
California driver's license in good standing.
BLS CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) cards.
Ability to pass the annual BIA Pack Test, including donning a 45-pound hose pack (or equivalent) and walking three miles in 45 minutes or less.
Ability to communicate effectively with department personnel and in English.
Ability to execute operational and procedural changes, prioritize and perform multiple tasks, complete forms and written reports, maintain professionalism and composure, maintain confidentiality, make sound judgments, follow verbal and written directions, and accept constructive criticism.
Working knowledge of word processing programs.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to show up to work on time.

Nice To Haves

Hazmat FRO.
One year of paramedic experience.
Firefighter-exempt California driver's license in good standing.
State Firefighter I Certification.
Firefighter experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in fire company activities, including fire suppression, rescue, public assistance, fire investigation and prevention, pre-fire planning, training, public education, and routine maintenance of apparatus, equipment, and department facilities.
Perform rescues, fire suppression, ventilation, salvage and overhaul, medical aid, and other duties related to preserving life and property.
Maintain a basic knowledge of the duties of other personnel in the station.
Perform the duties of Acting Officer-In-Charge when directed and qualified.
Maintain current knowledge and information necessary to perform job duties.
Inspect and test ambulance equipment.
Complete appropriate medical reports.
Maintain current required certifications.
Provide patient care and transport patients to appropriate medical facilities as needed.
Perform other duties as directed by the Fire Captain.